Essaouira

Charme atlantique et medina detendue

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Quick facts

Best time

Avril a octobre

Safety

Tres sure et facile a parcourir a pied

Costs

Abordable pour les hebergements et les fruits de mer

How many days

2 a 3 jours

Local insights

Local rhythm

Essaouira feels most energetic in the late afternoon and early evening. Plan your main walks then and keep midday for long lunches or indoor visits.

Planning tips

Plan at least two nights so you can cover highlights without rushing.

Book a guided medina walk early in your stay.
Pick a central base to walk between sights.
Save one evening for a rooftop dinner.

Stay + day trips

Use Essaouira as a base and add one signature day trip to round out the experience.

Book stays before popular weekends.
Add one guided tour for context.

Top things to do

Skala de la Ville

Remparts maritimes et belles vues.

Port et marche aux poissons

Choisissez les fruits de mer et faites-les griller.

Plage et kitesurf

Grande plage et vent regulier.

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Where to stay

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Medina

Riads boutique accessibles a pied

Bord de mer

Resorts et vues sur l'ocean

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Getting around

Transport guide

• Les bus depuis Marrakech mettent environ 3 heures.
• Aucune voiture n'est necessaire dans la medina.
• Scooters et velos sont faciles a louer.

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Suggested itinerary

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Windy coastal charm, seafood, and a relaxed medina.

Day 1

Arrive and explore

Day 2

Beach day

Popular routes from Essaouira

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FAQ

Essaouira est-elle une bonne excursion a la journee ?

Oui, mais dormir sur place offre une meilleure experience.

Fait-il souvent du vent ?

Oui, prevoyez une veste legere meme en ete.